Today was our first free day. We started our day at 8 am, followed by breakfast at 9 am. For breakfast we had an American style meal of Fruit Loops, Corn Flakes and Fruit Salad. After breakfast, we had free time, where we split into two groups. One group went to the supermarket, to get smoothies, and then to the plaza, where they played games and ate. Meanwhile, the other group hung back and played games to learn more about one another. Once the first group returned from their outing, the next group went to the supermarket and for delicious ice cream at Bon (as recommended to us by Carolina, Carol, and Cristal). Once they returned, our full group came together for lunch of rice with chicken and ham. Following this, we had more free time. This was the first time, we were able to explore Constanza in groups of four or more alongside our Ambassadors.
After everyone returned from their exploration, we began preparing for English tutoring. We split up into our groups and finished up our lesson plans before heading off to the school. There, we met our students and went into our classrooms to begin teaching our two hour class. For the most part, everyone had an amazing experience, and are looking forward to Wednesday, when English classes continue. After returning from class, we came back to the hostel, had dinner and then began our nightly meeting.
Being leader of the day, was an experience that evoked multiple emotions in me. It started out a little rocky and uneasy. However, by the end of the day, I was glad that I was able to experience being the leader on our first free day and our first day of English tutoring. Overall, today was an amazing journey for me, and really gave me a new view on leadership. I learned that when people are in a position of leadership, confidence is key.
Hey Danae! It sounds and looks like you’re having an AWESOME time on your trip. I hope you’re getting a really good glimpse at life in other parts of the globe. Maybe this experience will encourage you to become a global ambassador. Be safe, have fun, and learn lots! By the way, you better not have those gold heels with you:)
Hi baby!!! I have been waiting for this. You look like you are having a great time. This is an experience that will allow you to appreciate and understand the world around you.
I am sure this was a long awaited day for you glimpsers’. Danae, I am not surprised that you signed up to lead on the free/education day. You are a very very smart young lady and love to get your rest. 🙂 I am so proud that you are my daughter.
It made me smile when I saw you in the picture.
I see all those snacks. 🙂
Uncle Taurus keeps asking “where is Sadie”. You know how he is.
The Family is missing you. And we all send our love.
Love Mom & Dad
Mi amorr te extrañaMos mucho,esperamos que estés disfrutando de esta linda experiencia,y que aprendas a valorar tantas cosas lindas que Dios te a dadoo.
TE QUEREMOS MUCHO
ATT:TU TIO DANIEL, MARIELY,MARIEL Y LA JODONA CARLA.
God bless you guys in ALL you do.
Great job Danae!! I hope you all are learning a lot from this experience this is definitely going to be a life changing experience.
Brandon I see you doing what you like to do best eating…lol Enjoy son your family is missing you like crazy. please call your aunt Toya & Destiny.. Love you to pieces!!!
Hey Mel Mel! it was great talking to you. Sounds like you guys are doing a lot and enjoying each moment of it. I know how much you love a good smoothie so I’m not surprised to see one in your hand. Don’t forget by Friday you need to change the bracelet. I also need to see you in more pictures. Continue to learn from and enjoy this experience. Everyone has asked about you and sends their love.
Love you
Hey Danae,
Hope your having fun. It looks like your are. Learn all you can and bring lots of ideas back to share. Papa would like to know if you are learning any Spanish. 🙂
Be sure to stay with your group at all times. Enjoy yourself.
P.S. Did you get your hat and glasses?
Love Papa and Maga
OOPS! Hope you are having fun. 🙂 Looks like you are.
That’s your mother typing and not proof reading.
Hi Danae,
I miss you. Hope you have fun. I love you.
Hello Danae,
Hope you have fun.
Bigshot, what up???
Looks like you guys are enjoying your trip. We miss you already in NYC.
Hey Danae… Glad to see you had a wonderful relaxing day as a leader. Sometimes you need to take a break and refuel. All of you glimpsers look like you are enjoying your time in DR. Continue to have fun and embrace the cultural difference that DR has to offer.
Stay safe and enjoy.
Hi Sonia , I hope all is well and it looks like your enjoying your day off .
I heard that you had a mild reaction from drinking juice . Please take the Benadryl that the doctor has prescribed and feel better sweetie . Love you and miss you oxoxox!
i see you actually have food in you mouth and i hope it’s not just chocolate. make sure you’re eating your vegetables. i love you.
Hey Danae. Your journal page of the first day’s events was at the top of the webpage, so I read it first. As an educator, I must say it was very well written. This is one opportunity of a lifetime, for you. I’m sure you will be intent on getting the most out of it. Already you have learned how responsible it is to be a leader. But, don’t forget to indulge in fun activities. Take lots of pictures, if you can.
Best regards.
Yvette (Jayson’s Mom)
Hi Jayson!!! I miss you like crazy, every time I see a picture of you you look much more mature. I thought that was just in my mind but as I show EVERYBODY your pictures everyday they also say the same thing . You and your fellow global glimpsers look great and you all are doing wonderful things.Kt, Jaydah miss you and we can’t wait until you come back do we can also play uno as a family. Samiyah asked about you last week then went in the room to look for you. Continue to pray and remember God is with you wherever you go. I love you baby boy
Hello Ramel!
I am so happy to see you turning into this gentleman. It has been an honor watching you grow up. It’s an even bigger honor to know that you chose my dear Dominican Republic! It’s a beautiful place! Please be safe, learn as much as you can and enjoy! ❤️
Ilexix my honey bun I miss you soooooooo much. This experience would be so much easier if we were able to talk daily. I hope you’re having a great experience. Learn all that you can from this trip. I love you so much. I’m counting down to the day I’m running to the airport to pick you up. Love you, hugs and kisses.
Hi Danae!!! Sending love from your God sister. I’m so proud of you. This program you are in seems like a great experience. Absorb everything that you can take these life lessons and incorporat them into your everyday life. You have truly grown up from a little girl to a very smart, beautiful, highly educated and well rounded young woman. I can’t wait to hear about all your experiences when you get back. Be safe.
All the love, Nikki
Hope your having fun Tiyana. Learn a lot from this experience because it can be a one lifetime.. Take pictures if you can !
Enjoy!
Hey Big Sis! I hope you are having a great time and learning a lot. I am so proud of you. I hope to have this experience when I get to high school.
Hey Joshua! Comiendo raspao!!!! mmmm delicious. lol
Hi Danae, This is truly a great experience. Nelson Mandela said that education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. I am glad and proud to see that you are helping others and using this weapon. Continue to explore, learn and have fun on this journey.